Through a series of individual presentations and a moderated discussion, artists and scholars explore the various ways in which New York has been a source of adventure, inspiration, and creativity. Participants include Douglas Crimp, art critic and professor of art history and visual and cultural studies, University of Rochester; Peter Eisenman, founder and principal, Eisenman Architects, New York; Meredith Monk, artist; and others. Moderated by David Joselit, professor and chair, history of art department, Yale University.

This event is held in conjunction with the exhibition Richard Serra Sculpture: Forty Years.